MOTEL BEAR LAKE

Motel Bear Lake has 17 guest rooms, including family rooms, each with a private bathroom, air conditioning, and garden or pool views. Each room includes a refrigerator, microwave, coffee machine, and free toiletries; the King Studio offers two sinks. Some rooms keep the original 1960s tile bathrooms, and all have smart TVs with streaming services.

The seasonal outdoor swimming pool comes with sun loungers and sits beside a terrace with outdoor furniture and a picnic area. The guest amenity room holds board games such as Yahtzee and Uno, extra towels and blankets, pet supplies, and children's toys. The pool deck also has fire pits and a Kaftan Library.

Contactless check-in at Motel Bear Lake begins with a QR code scan, online payment, and a door code. A 24-hour front desk is available, and staff can be reached by text; express check-in and check-out are provided. Bicycle parking, designated smoking areas, fire extinguishers, and smoke alarms are on-site.

Motel Bear Lake is directly across the street from Bear Lake public beach access and within walking distance of Lakeside Cafe. Captain Dave's is 10 km away, Kaleva Art Gallery is 17 km away, and Manistee County-Blacker Airport is 22 km from the property. Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course is a 10-minute drive, Crystal Mountain is a 20-30 minute drive, and cycling is a common local activity.

Motel Bear Lake is pet-friendly, and rooms open directly to the parking area so dogs can be let out easily. Families can borrow a pack 'n play, kids' toys, and board games from the guest amenity room. Pet supplies, extra linens, and toiletries are also available in the same room.

Location: Across from Bear Lake public beach access

Rooms: 17 guest rooms with original 1960s tile bathrooms

Check-in: QR code self-serve with door codes

Amenities: Guest amenity room with games, pet supplies, and extra linens

Pool: Seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and fire pits

Nearby: 10 km to Captain Dave's; 22 km to Manistee County-Blacker Airport